🇩🇪 Konstanz, Germany
Graf Zeppelin
📍 15, Sankt-Stephans-Platz, Konstanz, 78462
Photo: official website
Your stay — Graf Zeppelin
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Graf Zeppelin, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on higher floors (3rd floor or above) are recommended as they are less likely to be affected by street noise from Sankt-Stephans-Platz. Given the hotel has 4 floors, rooms on the 3rd floor or above may also be slightly more quiet due to the presence of a lift, which can sometimes create noise on lower floors.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms near the lift, particularly on lower floors (1st or 2nd), may experience more noise due to frequent use and potential vibrations.
Best views
Views of the surrounding city or the nearby lake may be available from higher floors, but specific views are not guaranteed and would depend on the orientation of the rooms.
Quietest floors
3rd floor to 4th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Sankt-Stephans-Platz may be a consideration for rooms on lower floors, especially if you're a light sleeper.
Insider tips
Request a room with a larger window to make the most of the available natural light. If you have a car, it's worth noting that parking options in Konstanz can be limited, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot near the hotel or explore alternative parking options in the area.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Graf Zeppelin
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
serves all floors; no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) via in-room TV
16:00-22:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €20
available 24/7, free of charge
step-free access; wheelchair entries at main entrance and rear alley; no structural limitations
on-site parking available; €15 per night; nearest public car park (P1) is a 5-minute walk away, €12 per day; EV charging available on request
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (€3.50 from 2026-10-01)
Deposit & card hold: €50 advance deposit + €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Dreifaltigkeitskirche (230 m · ~3 min walk)
- Synagogue: Synagoge Konstanz (286 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Lutherkirche (395 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Stephanskirche (565 m · ~7 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Lago — 462 m · ~6 min walk
Georg-Elser-Park — 498 m · ~6 min walk
Hus-Haus — 158 m · ~2 min walk
K 9 — 187 m · ~2 min walk
Gütlespielplatz — 548 m · ~7 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk
Schnetztor-Apotheke — 152 m · ~2 min walk
SILO - Unverpackt Laden und Café — 226 m · ~3 min walk
Konstanz — 453 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (Geldautomat) for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Konstanz main station or airport, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) are common for small amounts; some smaller cafes or bakeries may be cash-only, so always carry some cash.
Rounding up the bill or adding 5–10% is appreciated for good service in restaurants; for taxis, rounding to the next euro; hotel staff do not expect tips, but a few euros for housekeeping or porters is fine.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard filter coffee or espresso at a bakery or café costs around €2.50–3.00; order 'Kaffee' for a simple cup.
A daily lunch special (Mittagstisch) at a local pub or café costs €8–12, often including a drink or side.
A main course at a casual restaurant (e.g., Schnitzel, pasta, currywurst) runs €10–15.
Döner kebab or falafel stands near the university and Marktstätte are cheap and filling, around €5–7.
Aldi, Lidl, and Netto are the budget supermarkets; Rewe is slightly pricier but common in the city centre.
Primark and C&A in the Lago shopping centre offer affordable basics; second-hand shops like Kleidermarkt are good for bargains.
A day ticket for buses within Konstanz costs €3.70 (2024); buy via the 'Stadtwerke Konstanz' app. From Zurich Airport, take a cheap FlixBus or regional train (with a Sparpreis ticket) for around €25–30.
Fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains (tap water is safe); cross to the Swiss side (Kreuzlingen) for cheaper groceries and snacks; buy a Konstanz Card for free bus travel and museum discounts if staying 2+ days.
Good to know — Konstanz
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Konstanz, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Graf Zeppelin
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 147 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Schnetztor-Apotheke — 152 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Konstanz Fernbusbahnhof
💡 Bus stop is outside Arrivals 1, exit door 4. Buy tickets on the app for 5 EUR less; seat 4A has extra legroom.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof (central station) → Waldhaus Jakob stop
💡 Buy a 24-hour ticket (6 EUR) if you plan multiple trips. Bus 11 runs along the lake promenade—quick and scenic. The stop is literally outside the hotel. For late returns, night bus N1 runs hourly until 03:00.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof → UnternehmensServices
💡 Get off at 'Fischmarkt' stop, then walk 3 min south past the cobbler shop. Buy a single ticket from the machine—coins only, or use the 'VVO' app.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Waldhaus Jakob, Konstanz
💡 Pre-book with a local Konstanz firm like Taxi Müller; they often charge a flat rate of 210-250 EUR instead of meter. Avoid Zurich taxis at the rank—they double the price.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → UnternehmensServices, Konstanz
💡 Book via Taxi Zentrum Konstanz (+49 7531 92000) a day ahead to avoid surge pricing. Pay in euros at the border if you ask nicely.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Konstanz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Take IC 66 to Constance; change at Winterthur if delayed. Sit on the left side from Zurich for lake views. Validate your ticket at the platform—fine is 90 EUR.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) or Zurich HB → Konstanz Hauptbahnhof
💡 Get a direct IC from Zurich Airport to Konstanz; no change needed. Buy a Sparbillett in advance online from SBB for half price. From the station, city bus 9 or 11 stops 200m from Waldhaus Jakob—get off at 'Waldhaus Jakob' stop.
Zurich Airport (bus stop outside terminal) → Konstanz Döbeleplatz
💡 FlixBus routes vary; check if it stops at 'Konstanz Döbeleplatz' or 'Konstanz Busbahnhof'. From Döbeleplatz it's a 25-min walk uphill to Waldhaus Jakob or take bus 11 to 'Waldhaus Jakob'.
Zürich Airport (ZRH) → Ferienwohnung Katein, Konstanz
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Konstanz for a flat rate around €140. Cheaper than Uber if you have 3–4 people. Tip: 5-10%.
Zurich Airport (ZRH) → Hotel Scheffelhof
💡 Book via Konstanz Taxi (+49 7531 22555) for a flat €140 daytime rate. Uber works but can surge across the border.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof → Hotel Scheffelhof (stop: Schänzle)
💡 Day ticket (€4.50) covers all zones. Use the Konstanz+ app to buy and scan. Hotel is a 200m flat walk from the stop.
Konstanz Hauptbahnhof → Ferienwohnung Katein (Haltestelle Sternenplatz)
💡 Buy a single ticket from the driver with cash or use the Konstanz App. The stop is a 3-minute walk from the flat.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Graf Zeppelin?
Rooms on higher floors (3rd floor or above) are recommended as they are less likely to be affected by street noise from Sankt-Stephans-Platz. Given the hotel has 4 floors, rooms on the 3rd floor or above may also be slightly more quiet due to the presence of a lift, which can sometimes create noise on lower floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at Graf Zeppelin?
Rooms near the lift, particularly on lower floors (1st or 2nd), may experience more noise due to frequent use and potential vibrations.
Is Graf Zeppelin noisy?
Street noise from Sankt-Stephans-Platz may be a consideration for rooms on lower floors, especially if you're a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at Graf Zeppelin?
Views of the surrounding city or the nearby lake may be available from higher floors, but specific views are not guaranteed and would depend on the orientation of the rooms.
What are insider tips for staying at Graf Zeppelin?
Request a room with a larger window to make the most of the available natural light. If you have a car, it's worth noting that parking options in Konstanz can be limited, so it's a good idea to arrive early to secure a spot near the hotel or explore alternative parking options in the area.
What time is check-in at Graf Zeppelin?
Check-in at Graf Zeppelin is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Graf Zeppelin have Wi-Fi?
free, 100 Mbps, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Graf Zeppelin?
€2.50 per person per night (€3.50 from 2026-10-01)
Where can I eat cheaply near Graf Zeppelin?
A daily lunch special (Mittagstisch) at a local pub or café costs €8–12, often including a drink or side.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Graf Zeppelin?
A day ticket for buses within Konstanz costs €3.70 (2024); buy via the 'Stadtwerke Konstanz' app. From Zurich Airport, take a cheap FlixBus or regional train (with a Sparpreis ticket) for around €25–30.
Top Attractions in Konstanz
💡 Aim for the 'Haus zur Kunkel' at Niederburgerstrasse 19—a well-preserved 14th-century house with a free exhibition on its history. Quietest on weekday mornings.
💡 Go just before sunset for the best light on the lake and mountains. There are a few benches and you can see the Imperia statue clearly from above.
💡 Take the small alley ‘Kreuzlinger Gasse’ – it cuts through to the waterfront and has a quiet courtyard cafe halfway.
💡 Climb the tower late afternoon for fewer crowds and golden light on the lake—costs about €2, well worth it.
💡 Take the path along the old city wall (Stadtmauer) from Schnetztor to Rheintorturm – it's quiet and gives you a genuine sense of medieval Konstanz.
💡 Go on a weekday morning to avoid tour groups. The choir stalls have intricate medieval carvings worth a close look.
💡 The spire climb costs a few euros, but the main church interior and crypt are free. Go early to avoid queues.
💡 Go at sunset for good light and fewer crowds. The view back toward the old town from the harbour wall is better than the statue itself.